France needs to boost algae production
France should ramp up its algae production to meet booming local demand for algae foods and nutrients, according to a report.
Archives for March 4, 2016
High coffee consumption linked to reduced risk of MS, study finds
Reaching for a fourth, fifth or even sixth cup of coffee per day could provide more than an energy boost – it also could help protect against developing multiple sclerosis, for which there is no cure, suggests a recently published research.
SmartyPants attracts capital infusion, extends line with women's and men's gummy formulas
SmartyPants Vitamins is expanding its range of gummy vitamins with specific women’s and men’s formulations. The company’s success in this product category recently attracted an infusion of private investment capital.
What if... the EU banned energy drink sales to under 18s
An EU-wide ban on selling energy drinks to under 18s would see volume sales fall by over 70 million litres, if the impact of similar legislation in Lithuania is anything to go by. The low-priced end of the market would be hit hardest, with standard and...
Yogurt is a suitable matrix to deliver vitamin K2, says study
Vitamin K2-enriched yogurt and soft gels are effective for booting levels of the vitamin, says a new study from The Netherlands.
NAHS Therapy launches plant-based food fortification powder for bone health
A mixture of powdered extracts and powdered spices, herbs, and mushrooms by North American Herb and Spice is promoted to provide bone and joint support.
Tongkat Ali extract may support immune health: Study
A standardized root water extract of Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali) may support immune health for middle-aged people, says a new randomized controlled trial.
Food Vision 2016
‘Misinformation minefield’ remains major challenge
The “misinformation minefield” surrounding the health benefits of food remains one of the biggest challenges faced by manufacturers, according to an expert on consumer insights.
Turning quality narrative around complicated by years of sourcing based on lowest price, expert says
After years of hand wringing over the situation in raw material supply in which low quality ingredients find a home in the marketplace, consensus now seems to be building in the dietary supplement industry to do something about it. But at a recent...